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Role Overview
The Procurement Specialist
(Category Buyer) provides tactical procurement support for assigned categories
and serves as the main link between strategic category plans and execution.
This role manages mid complexity sourcing events, supports contract negotiations,
coordinates supplier interactions, and ensures timely, compliant, and cost
effective procurement outcomes. A Procurement Specialist applies intermediate
procurement knowledge and experience to deliver value, improve processes, and
support stakeholder needs.
Key Responsibilities
Tactical Sourcing & RFx
Management
• Execute RFIs, RFPs, and
RFQs in alignment with category strategies.
• Develop bid packages,
evaluate supplier responses, and manage evaluation processes.
• Negotiate pricing,
commercial terms, and conditions for mid complexity categories.
• Ensure full compliance
with procurement policies and regulatory requirements.
Contract Administration
• Draft, review, and execute
contracts, renewals, amendments, and terminations.
• Maintain accurate contract
documentation and ensure workflow alignment.
• Monitor contract
expiration dates and ensure timely updates for audit readiness.
Supplier Coordination
• Serve as the primary
contact for suppliers on tactical topics, performance, and issue resolution.
• Support supplier
onboarding and ensure compliance with governance standards.
• Monitor supplier
performance and escalate concerns to Category Managers.
Stakeholder Collaboration
• Partner with internal
stakeholders to define procurement requirements, timelines, and deliverables.
• Provide guidance on
procurement processes and ensure effective communication throughout the
sourcing lifecycle.
Process & Policy
Compliance
• Apply procurement best
practices and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Support cost optimization
initiatives within tactical scopes.
Requirements
Required Skills
• Bachelor’s degree in
Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or related field; or equivalent
experience.
• 2-3 years of experience in
procurement, sourcing, contract management, or category management.
• Experience leading RFx
events and negotiating contracts for mid complexity categories.
• Proficiency with
procurement/ERP systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, SharePoint, eRecords).
• Intermediate knowledge of
procurement methods, inventory practices, and market evaluation techniques.
• Intermediate sourcing
strategy development and execution skills.
• Strong negotiation
capabilities for pricing, terms, and vendor performance.
• Intermediate proficiency
in Microsoft Office and procurement systems.
• Strong analytical and decision-making
skills.
• Effective communication,
collaboration, and influence skills.
• Solid organizational and
prioritization ability.
• Confident presentation and
facilitation skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines,
manage time sensitive tasks, and maintain accuracy.
Preferred Certifications
• CPSM, CIPS, or similar
procurement credentials.